Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 26, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to Calmops. This website is operated by Larry Qu (“we,” “our,” or “us”) as an individual. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit our website at https://calmops.com.

This is a technical blog focused on software development, AI, cloud computing, and related topics. We do not collect personal information directly, but third-party services integrated into our site may collect certain data as described below.

By using our website, you agree to the data collection practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit Calmops, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior through third-party services:

Analytics Services:

• Google Analytics - Collects data about page views, session duration, bounce rate, geographic location (country/city level), device type, browser type, and referral sources
• Microsoft Clarity - Collects session recordings, heatmaps, and user interaction data to improve user experience
• Ahrefs Analytics - Collects traffic data for SEO analysis and website performance monitoring

Information Collected:

• IP address (anonymized where possible)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website
• Geographic location (country and city)
• Language preferences

Voluntarily Provided Information

Comments: If you leave a comment using Cusdis, we collect:

• Name (optional)
• Email address (optional, not publicly displayed)
• Comment content
• IP address (for spam prevention)

Note: We do not operate user accounts, registration systems, or collect email addresses for newsletters. All data collection is limited to analytics and comments.

How We Use Your Information

The information collected by third-party services is used for the following purposes:

• Website Analytics: Understanding how visitors use our site to improve content and user experience
• Performance Optimization: Identifying technical issues and optimizing page load times
• Content Improvement: Analyzing which topics and articles are most valuable to readers
• Spam Prevention: Protecting our comment system from abuse
• Advertising: Displaying relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and responding to legal requests

Important: We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except as described in this policy (i.e., through the third-party services we use).

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect and process your data:

Analytics and Tracking

Advertising

Comments

Content Delivery

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We do not set cookies directly. However, third-party services integrated into our website use cookies and similar tracking technologies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser.

Types of Cookies Used by Third Parties

Essential Cookies (Set by Us):

• Dark mode preference (stored in browser localStorage)
• Recent search history (stored locally in browser, not transmitted)

Analytics Cookies (Set by Third Parties):

• Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat) - Track website usage
• Microsoft Clarity cookies (_clck, _clsk) - Record user interactions
• Ahrefs Analytics cookies - Monitor traffic patterns

Advertising Cookies (Set by Third Parties):

• Google AdSense cookies - Deliver personalized advertisements based on browsing history

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
• Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies

Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Data Retention

Data retention is managed by third-party services according to their policies:

• Analytics Data: Retained by Google Analytics (14 months default), Microsoft Clarity (30 days), and Ahrefs according to their policies
• Comments: Stored indefinitely by Cusdis unless you request deletion
• Advertising Data: Retained by Google AdSense according to their policies
• Server Logs: We do not retain server logs with personal information

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

For EU Users (GDPR)

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to data processing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

For California Users (CCPA)

• Right to Know: Know what personal information is collected
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] with “Privacy Request” in the subject line. We will respond within 30 days.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure hosting infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

This website serves a global audience. Information collected by third-party services (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, Ahrefs, Google AdSense) may be transferred to and processed in the United States and other countries where these services operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your own.

By using our website, you acknowledge and consent to such international data transfers.

Do Not Track Signals

We do not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. You can opt out of tracking through the methods described in the “Managing Cookies” section.

Advertising and Affiliate Links

Google AdSense: We display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

Affiliate Links: Our website may contain affiliate links to third-party services (Vultr, DigitalOcean, Hostinger). We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links at no additional cost to you.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Significant changes will be notified through:

• A notice on our homepage
• Email notification to subscribers (if applicable)

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://calmops.com
Twitter/X: @netqyq

For data protection inquiries, please include “Privacy Request” in your email subject line.

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of tracking and personalized advertising through the following links:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Browser Add-on
• Google Ads Opt-Out: Ads Settings
• Microsoft Clarity Opt-Out: Manage through Microsoft Privacy Settings
• Browser Settings: Use your browser’s privacy settings to block third-party cookies

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, personal data is processed under the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you leave comments on our website
• Legitimate Interests: For analytics, security, and website improvement (we have a legitimate interest in understanding how our content is used and improving user experience)
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

You have the right to withdraw consent or object to processing based on legitimate interests at any time.

Data Controller

As an individual operator, Larry Qu is the data controller for any personal information processed through this website.

For privacy-related inquiries, contact:

Larry Qu
Email: [email protected]
Response time: Within 30 days

This privacy policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal questions, please consult a qualified attorney.